Hogwarts Legacy Comes to Xbox Game Pass
Harry Potter fans have a compelling reason to consider upgrading their Xbox subscription, as the massively popular Hogwarts Legacy has joined the Xbox Game Pass library—but only for those willing to pay for the premium tier. The 2023 wizarding RPG is now available at no additional cost exclusively for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, making it accessible to millions of gamers who haven’t yet experienced the magical adventure.
The addition comes as part of Microsoft’s newly revised subscription service, which recently saw significant price increases but also added new perks. While the standard Game Pass tiers (Essential and Premium) don’t include Hogwarts Legacy, Ultimate subscribers gain access to over 400 games, with the wizarding title among the most notable recent additions.
This move provides exceptional value for Ultimate subscribers, who can play the game across multiple platforms—on Xbox consoles, PC, or via cloud streaming on mobile devices. The cloud streaming option is particularly noteworthy, allowing players to explore Hogwarts and its surrounding areas on the go, provided they have a stable internet connection.
Hogwarts Legacy, which launched in February 2023, became an instant hit by allowing players to create their own witch or wizard and experience life at the famous school of magic during the 1890s. The game earned strong reviews (84 on Metacritic) and quickly became one of the best-selling titles of the year, despite being set long before the events of the Harry Potter books and films.
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For those not subscribed to Game Pass Ultimate, the game remains available through traditional purchase or via PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscriptions. However, the addition to Game Pass Ultimate provides the most accessible entry point for Xbox ecosystem users to finally experience the magical adventure that captivated millions of players worldwide.